Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Castello di Meleto 2020
ArtisanalThe Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Castello di Meleto is a wine with an intense red color that captures the eye and imagination. On the nose, an explosion of power and richness, with spicy and sweet notes that blend harmoniously with ripe red fruit and the enveloping scent of lavender. The result of a meticulous artisanal process, this wine is aged in large barrels for 27 months and the bottle aging completes the journey, giving the wine further complexity and depth.
From the sun-kissed hills of Tuscany emerges a wine like no other: the Chianti Classico Gran Selezione from Castello di Meleto. This bottle encapsulates not only the flavor of tradition and excellence but also the bold and captivating character of a territory rich in history and beauty. With its intense red color and the label that celebrates the essence of Castello di Meleto, each sip is a sensory journey that will transport you directly to the heart of the Tuscan countryside.
In the vineyards of Casi, San Piero, and Poggiarso, the rigor and passion of the winemakers blend to create a unique experience, the Chianti Classico Gran Selezione from Castello di Meleto. With utmost care in managing the buds and selecting the grapes, each cluster is a treasure that is harvested exclusively by hand, thus ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Once in the winery, the grapes are processed with the same dedication, with careful selection also on the sorting table. From alcoholic fermentation to maturation in oak barrels, each phase of the production process is guided by the pursuit of perfection and balance, which is then reflected in the glass. The duration of fermentation is not standard but is assessed by the winemaker from time to time; what is regular, however, is the aging in large barrels of 50 and 30 hl and the subsequent maturation period of 27 months. As a final step, there is then the aging in the bottle for a minimum of 6 months, which contributes to creating a balanced and characterful wine.
The Chianti Classico Gran Selezione from Castello di Meleto will welcome you with powerful and rich notes, with spicy and sweet aromas, accompanied by hints of ripe red fruit and lavender. Once tasted, the structure supported by lively yet velvety tannins will provide a sensation of great persistence and balance. Thanks to its freshness, this wine pairs magnificently with rich meat dishes, but it also proves excellent when paired with soft or medium-aged cheeses.